Update: Sony PMW F5, F55 and AXSR5 Firmware 2.0 is Available

Sony’s PMW-F5, F55, and the AXS-R5 firmware version 2.0 is available for download now. This is the update F5, F55, and AXS-R5 video operators around the globe have been waiting for. The upgrade implements over thirty new features and enhancements. Some of these features include 2K Raw high frame rate (HFR) shooting up to 240fps (selectable from 120fps, 180fps and 240fps), as well as internal HD XAVC high frame rate shooting up to 120fps to SxS Pro+ cards. You are given the capability of recording 120fps at 2K Raw and XAVC HD simultaneously. Support for the new XQD memory card format has officially been added (via SxS to QXD adapter).

Version 2.0 adds a histogram, vectorscope and waveform monitor for the viewfinder and SDI outputs. False Color is also being introduced specifically for the DVF-EL100 OLED VF and the DVF-L700 viewfinder, monitor. Both the EL100 and the L700 will require a FREE firmware service update at a Sony service facility. The benefits of the False Color update are that it helps operators adjust exposure levels fast and easy. It’s works on S-Log2 Gamma (Custome Mode) or S-Log2 MLUT (Cine-El mode). Another useful enhancement is the rotary dial can now be used to adjust audio levels, Fuji Cabrio lens support, with IRIS control and record trigger functionality.

Change an operation when selecting “AXS & SxS” and not inserting AXS Memory

Change an operation when selecting different color sampling and playback on SR File Codec

Sony Firmware Version 2.0 Upgrade Schedule

You can download the new firmware directly from the Sony Community website. Let us know which updates you are most excited about. Leave us a comment, or contact us on Facebook, Twitter, or Google+. We would love to hear from you!

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